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Frequently Asked Questions about AHLA

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What is the American Health Lawyers Association?The American Health Lawyers Association (AHLA) is the nation's largest, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) educational organization devoted to legal issues in the health care field with 13,000 members. AHLA is governed by a Board of Directors, comprised of nationally-recognized health lawyers from a wide variety of practice settings and areas of expertise.

Where can I find AHLA on social media?AHLA has a presence on many social media platforms, including Twitter and Facebook. Visit our social media page for links to all of our accounts.

Does AHLA have a Job Bank?AHLA’s Career Center is available to both job seekers and employers, and lists recent and updated opportunities in a variety of settings nationwide.

Does AHLA rent its membership list?AHLA does not rent its membership list at this time.

Does AHLA help locate attorneys for legal advice? AHLA is a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) educational organization and cannot provide referrals or recommendations for attorneys. Contact your local/state bar association for further assistance.

How do I update my name, address, or contact information?Go to myAHLA to update all of your contact information. While you are there, be sure to fill out your demographic profile, so we can learn more about the diversity of our membership.

How can I obtain a copy of a receipt for my membership or purchase?You should receive an automatic receipt when your purchase has been processed. You can also check your myAHLA page to view any receipts and print them directly.

Why do I need to create a website login account if I’m not a member? If you have previously been a member, attended one of our programs or webinars, purchased a resource from AHLA, or subscribed to one of our topical Discussion Lists, you will already have a website login account created. Search by your email address or contact us. If this is your first time you have interacted with AHLA, you will need to create an account.

Where are AHLA’s Discussion Lists/the AHLA Communities?AHLA has improved the Discussion List platform and moved to the AHLA Communities (communities.healthlawyers.org). Existing topical Discussion List subscribers are automatically moved to the new platform and maintained subscriptions. Subscribe to a list or update your list subscriptions by visiting myAHLA and click the blue button ("Edit Mail and List Preferences").

Membership Questions

How do I join or renew my AHLA membership?It’s easy! You can click the link in the top right of the website (Join Us), or login to your myAHLA account if you already have a username and password. You can also join by calling (202) 833-1100, prompt #2.

I’m not a health lawyer – can I still join AHLA? Absolutely! AHLA’s attorney and in-house counsel members represent the best in their profession, but we also welcome members such as compliance and privacy officers, finance officers, health care consultants, regulatory professionals, physicians, nurses, CEOs, public health officials, and others interested in health care legal and regulatory issues.

Does attending an AHLA program or webinar automatically make me a member of AHLA?No. AHLA educational events and distance learning events are separate from AHLA membership (unless otherwise stated).

How long will it take to process my membership application?Membership applications are processed upon receipt. Once your application is approved, you will receive an emailed receipt and a new member welcome within 2 weeks. If you join online and your payment has been processed, you will have access to members-only content areas.

Are my membership dues tax deductible?AHLA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for U.S. federal income tax purposes, but may be deductible as a professional expense.

What do I receive as an AHLA member/what are the member benefits?AHLA’s membership benefits include valuable and informative publications, online resources, and much more

How do I enroll in a Practice Group? You must be a current AHLA member to join a Practice Group, for a small additional enrollment fee. You can add Practice Group enrollments any time by accessing your myAHLA account information and adding it into the shopping cart, or you can call (202) 833-1100, prompt #2.

What are the benefits of Practice Group enrollments? Practice Group enrollments offer many benefits, including email alerts, Member Briefings, newsletters, and toolkits, educational webinars, distance learning opportunities, and in-person luncheons. Learn more about each of the groups on our Practice Groups pages.

Publications and Periodicals

What is the Health Law Archive?The Health Law Archive is an online repository that contains approximately 30,000 documents from AHLA’s sources, including in-person program papers and audio, back issues of the Journal of Health & Life Sciences Law; AHLA Weekly articles, Practice Group newsletters, member briefings, webinar recordings, magazines, and out-of-print publications. The Archive is available by subscription or member benefit for certain levels of membership (such as students).

What is the Journal of Health & Life Sciences Law? Do I need to pay to access it? AHLA members receive the Journal of Health & Life Sciences Law, as a member benefit. The Journal provides critical practical information that will help advise your clients in the ever-changing world of health and life sciences law. The Journal is an online publication (available at www.healthlawyersjournal.com) with an interactive format, allowing users to click through citations, do keyword searches, and view the Journal on mobile devices. Subscription options are available.

I’m not receiving one of my membership publications, who do I contact?

Education (In-Person Events, Distance Learning, Continuing Education)

When is AHLA's Annual Meeting?AHLA's Annual Meeting and In-House Counsel Program and are held each summer, usually the last week of June.

How do I register for an AHLA in-person program, webinar, bootcamp series, or distance learning event?When you are reading the information about upcoming events such as in-person programs or webinars, you can select "Register Now" to add to the shopping cart. Don’t forget that AHLA members receive discounts on registration.

Where do I find my Continuing Education/CLE certificates from an AHLA event?AHLA is an approved sponsor for continuing legal education and continuing professional education credits in most states. We apply for other types of professional education credits when appropriate. Each attendee must complete the Continuing Education Credit Request Form distributed at each program and return it to AHLA in order to receive credit. For more information, visit the Continuing Education page. You may then view and print your certificates in your myAHLA profile.

Do you offer recordings of past events and webinars? ePrograms of many in-person programs are available for purchase and download in the AHLA Bookstore.

How do I access my previously purchased ePrograms, resources, or recordings?If you have purchased a downloadable resource or eProgram from the AHLA Bookstore, you will see those items in your myAHLA area.